Estimated task time for SBS upgrades
| Section | Estimated Time |
|---|---|
|
Introduction |
20 minutes |
|
Step 1 – Prepare both systems |
45 minutes (+ possible troubleshooting time) |
|
Step 2 – Transfer the Configuration |
30 minutes + 12 min/GB database size (ION_Data, ION_Network, ApplicationModules, Archives) |
|
Steps 3 to 5 – Manually Complete the Upgrade |
90 minutes (+ possible troubleshooting time) |
|
Step 6 – Perform a Post-upgrade System Check |
60 minutes (+ possible troubleshooting time) |
|
Step 7 – License the new system |
15 minutes (+ possible troubleshooting time) |
|
Total upgrade time = |
260 minutes using Configuration Manager* |
* Does not include database transfer or possible troubleshooting time.
NOTE: Time estimates are for engineers who are experienced in deploying and customizing PME.